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If you have any export expectations it will be a good idea from the start to
focus on your staff policy.
Not only the staff in your own business but also for staff in companies you
have subcontracted with.
Many foreign customers will ask if you can present social accountability in your
business. The consumers in Europe, US, Australia and other places ask for
products produced with respect for the labour force. So, in order to sell your
products you must treat your staff in accordance with international agreements.
Social accountability
Social accountability means that you for instance follow some of the ILO
conventions. ILO is the International Labour Organisation. You have to prove
that there is:
- No child labour in the production
- No Forced Labour
- Basic Occupational Health & Safety schemes
- Secure Freedom of Association and Right to Collective Bargaining
- No Discrimination
- No Disciplinary Practices - no use or support the use of corporal
punishment, etc.
- An average of max. 48 working hours per week - rest at least one day
This approach is gaining more and more momentum every year so why not start,
be in the forefront and show social accountability?
- See also Handbook for Core Labor Standards
- Be part of Global Compact movement - ten good principles
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business issue: Business Policy
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